Thread: Dutch Man Arrested in Bangkok for Alleged Gold Scam Targeting Locals

On January 14th, 2025, Thailand’s Immigration Bureau announced the arrest of a 43-year-old Dutch national, Mr. Ndille (the police withheld surname), for allegedly orchestrating a gold scam in Bangkok.

The suspect was accused of deceiving victims by selling counterfeit gold pellets, claiming they were smuggled tax-free from Africa and offered at below-market prices.


Investigations revealed the suspect used a sophisticated tactic, providing genuine gold samples to gain trust before switching to counterfeit gold during transactions. Victims were persuaded to pay in US dollars, with a typical sale amounting to $55,000.

Authorities tracked the suspect to a hotel in Watthana District, where they found 5 kilograms of fake gold and smaller bags containing genuine and counterfeit samples. They also seized foreign currencies totaling approximately 117,600 baht. Evidence from the suspect’s phone showed ongoing negotiations with multiple victims via WhatsApp.


One victim, who became suspicious during a transaction at a shopping mall in Phra Nakhon District, reported the incident, leading to the suspect’s arrest, according to the officers.

Immigration officials have revoked Ndille’s visa, citing the fraudulent activities as harmful to Thailand’s reputation, and are preparing to deport him. Efforts to locate accomplices and assist victims are ongoing.

Dutch Man Arrested in Bangkok for Alleged Gold Scam Targeting Locals - The Pattaya News

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All scams are simply driven by greed. If a deal sounds too good to be true - it probably is.

Originally Posted by nidhogg

All scams are simply driven by greed. If a deal sounds too good to be true - it probably is.

Especially cheap gold. It is never sold at a discount.